What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sow Farm position at VisionAg?
Job Summary
We are seeking to hire for 2 positions. 1) Breeding HOD, and 1) Farrowing HOD.
The Sow Farm HOD directs the daily operation of the farm breeding or farrowing department. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, scheduling and assigning tasks to meet production goals, staff development/training, animal and human health and welfare. The Sow Farm HOD knows and performs all department functions/tasks personally and through subordinates. The Head of Department position will also provide for the care of all animals at the designated work site, particularly their health, growth, and breeding.
Duties (this is not a full list of duties)
- Trains and monitors subordinate performance and provides appropriate coaching.
- Maintains accurate production information and update all department records as required.
- Treats sick animals with a variety of pharmaceuticals by injection, oral application, and/or other methods as required.
Qualifications (this may not be a full list of qualifications)
- 2 years' direct experience in handling livestock and managing animal welfare required.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
- Certification in department, required.
- Ability to do hard physical labor.
- Strong commitment to teamwork.
- Willingness to shower daily in and out of facility.
- Must be able to work an average 48 hour week, which can vary frequently.
- Weekend, evening, and holiday work may be required as needed.
- Must be on call to work in emergency situations to include but not limited to, power outages or personnel shortages.
- Must be able to tolerate and willing to learn and perform the following tasks: euthanasia, castration, vaccinations, piglet processing, ear tagging for identification, taking blood samples and other procedures normal to animal husbandry.
- Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $ $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23